Greek cuisine forms the basis of the Mediterranean diet, as the healthful foods traditionally consumed in Mediterranean countries has become known.

The staples of the Greek kitchen - olive oil, vegetables, wild greens, fruit, and legumes - help prevent heart disease and other illness, but are also delicious to eat. Myrsini Lambraki, one of Greece' s leading culinary experts, brings the flavors of the Mediterranean and favorite dishes from the Greek mainland and islands right to your table with simple, easy-to-follow recipes in Greek Cuisine: An Easy Guide for All.